Teaching Professor, Division Chair of Pediatrics

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** Current Xavier University employees*
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** Teaching Professor, Division Chair of Pediatrics Xavier University’s proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine (XUCOM) invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure-track Chair of the Division of Pediatrics beginning Summer 2026. This is a senior academic leadership opportunity for an experienced physician-educator who is passionate about shaping the next generation of osteopathic physicians.

This senior academic leadership role provides the opportunity to shape the Pediatrics division within a mission-driven osteopathic medical school at a Jesuit Catholic university. The Chair will lead curricular integration across preclinical and clinical phases, serve as Clinical Clerkship Director for third-year Pediatrics rotations, mentor faculty and students, and ensure divisional excellence in accreditation, assessment, and strategic planning.

This is a 0.8 FTE academic appointment with Xavier University. The successful candidate is expected to maintain clinical privileges and provide patient care approximately one day per week within a partner health system.
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* Qualifications:

*** DO or MD degree.
* Current AOA or ABMS board certification in Pediatrics.
* Current AOA or ABMS board certification in Pediatrics.
* Eligibility for unrestricted Ohio medical licensure.
* Eligibility for clinical privileges at a partner health system.
* Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in undergraduate or graduate medical education.
* Minimum of 10 years of clinical practice experience in Pediatrics.
* Experience mentoring faculty.
* Experience with accreditation processes.
* Experience developing assessment items for NBOME or NBME.
* Budget management experience in an academic or healthcare setting.
* Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Responsibilities:

* Lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of Pediatrics curricular content across preclinical and clinical years.
* Serve as Clinical Clerkship Director for third-year Pediatrics rotations.
* Mentor and evaluate division faculty and medical students, including career advising and residency preparation.
* Ensure divisional compliance with COCA accreditation standards and support institutional strategic initiatives.
* Oversee divisional operations, including faculty workload distribution, committee assignments, and budget administration.
* Additional responsibilities include contributing to teaching, scholarship, service, and student engagement activities in support of the College’s mission.
** Applications Process:
** To ensure consideration, qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three professional references through Xavier University’s website.

Review of applications will begin
** March 23, 2026**, and will continue until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
** About Xavier University:
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Benefits - applies only to full-time positions:

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
* Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
* Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
* Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
* Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
* Tuition remission for…